US 50 E over BNSF RR
FairSt. Louis County, Missouri · S 34 T 44 N R 6 E · Structure no. 2649
- Built
- 1977
- 48 years old
- Condition
- Fair
- inspected July 2024
- Type
- Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
- Prestressed Concrete Continuous
- Length
- 166 ft
- 3 main spans
- Daily traffic
- 30,976
- 2024 count
- Owner
- State
- State Highway Agency
About this bridge
US 50 E over BNSF RR is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying US 50 E over BNSF RR in St. Louis County, Missouri. It was built in 1977, so it is 48 years old, older than the Missouri average of 45.1 years.
The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
It carries about 30,976 vehicles a day, roughly 6% of them trucks, projected to reach 43,366 by 2044. The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long and 88 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 6.2 mi (10 km).
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The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.
| Component | Rating | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Deck | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
| Superstructure | 5 Fair | All primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour. |
| Substructure | 6 Satisfactory | Structural elements show some minor deterioration. |
Structure
Traffic and service
Ownership and planned work
Frequently asked questions
When was US 50 E over BNSF RR built?
It was built in 1977, making it 48 years old in 2025.
What condition is US 50 E over BNSF RR in?
The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in July 2024.
How much traffic does US 50 E over BNSF RR carry?
About 30,976 vehicles per day (2024 count), of which roughly 6% are trucks.
How long is US 50 E over BNSF RR?
The structure is 166 ft (50.6 m) long with a longest span of 56 ft (17 m) and a deck 88 ft wide.
Who owns US 50 E over BNSF RR?
It is owned by the State Highway Agency.